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distances at great velocity. Do not travel over loose materials such as gravel or mulch with
the trimmer head spinning. Doing so could cause injury or property damage from thrown
objects. Disengage the PTO shaft to stop the spinning cords and shut off the Tractor engine
when another person or pet approaches.
•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
•Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
OPERATING THE TRIMMER/MOWER SAFETY
WARNING
This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating with high energy at high speeds. You
must operate the machine safely. Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you, as well
as anyone else in the nearby area. Always take the following precautions when using this machine:
•Do not have the Trimmer engaged or resting on the ground when backing up. The machine is
designed to trim and roll on the Wheel in the forward direction only. Trimming or rolling on
the Wheel in the reverse direction could damage the machine and is not covered by the
Warranty.
•Know how to stop the Trimmer quickly by disengaging the PTO Shaft and shutting down the
tractor.
•Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the 3PT Trimmer. Allow
only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation to use your
machine.
•Do not exceed 2 mph when trimming to allow proper cutting and discharge of material.
•Do not exceed 7 mph when transporting to prevent damage to the machine.
•Operating your 3point trimmer with the head misaligned with the ground can result in poor
cut quality, pivoting problems, scalping during cutting, wear on your equipment, and damage
to the cutting cord.
•Never place your hands, feet, or any part of your body on or under the mower deck in the
path of the spinning cords, belt, pulleys, or near the discharge opening while the tractor is
running. Keep area of discharge clear of people, animals, buildings, glass, or anything else
that will obstruct clear discharge, cause injury, or damage.
•Your 3PT Trimmer is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times.
The design of your machine is for trimming and mowing grass, weeds, and other growth as
specified in this manual. Do not use it for any other purpose.
•Whenever you leave the operating position to adjust, change cords or if you have to remove
grass or debris from the underside of the deck, always disengage PTO, shut down the Tractor
Engine, remove the key, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect the
PTO shaft 5 from the Tractor, then wait five minutes before performing any maintenance
procedure or inspection on the Trimmer.
•Be mindful of hazards, changes in terrain, slopes, or wet conditions. Use care when backing
up.
•Stop the cutting cords when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
